1975 Lada 1200 vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (392 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1975 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1975 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1687 kg more than 1975 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lada 1200. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1975 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1975 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lada 1200 | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Lada | Land Rover |
| Model | 1200 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 392 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 16 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 88 L |
